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Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Delicious Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies that are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 24 minutes
Total Time 51 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Can be substituted with dark brown sugar for a richer flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar No substitution recommended.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Reduce added salt by 1/4 teaspoon if using salted butter.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Shortening Can be replaced with additional butter if desired.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Table Salt Adjust if using salted butter.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Pure or imitation vanilla can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Vinegar Lemon juice may be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for optimal results.
  • 1 large Large Egg Best to use room-temperature eggs.
  • 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free measure-for-measure flour can be used.
  • 12 ounces Semisweet Chocolate Chips Increase to 16 oz for enhanced chocolate taste.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Nuts (Walnuts or Pecans) Great for nut lovers.
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Incorporate for a hearty, oatmeal version.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper or grease them.
  2. Combine the light brown sugar, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and vegetable shortening in a large mixing bowl and mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Mix in the table salt, vanilla extract, vinegar, and baking soda until well incorporated.
  4. Add the large egg and blend until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing on low speed just until incorporated.
  6. Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips and optional add-ins if desired.
  7. Portion out the dough into balls and place them on the baking sheets, leaving space between each.
  8. Bake for 11-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are lightly golden.
  9. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough for 24-48 hours enhances flavors and improves texture. Check for doneness when edges turn golden.

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